Cheap Apartments for Rent in Russell County, AL from $500 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Russell County.

Raintree Apartments

The Grove on 25th

The Landings on Sandfort

Clover Leaf Apartment Homes

2514 S Seale Rd

111 11th Ave S

Post Ridge
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Knowles Pointe Apartments

Central Highland Apartments

1503 15th Ave N
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1024 16th St

315 S Seale Rd

Eagles Landing Apartments

36 Crosswinds Rd

24 Crosswinds Rd

1200 20th Ave S
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Russell County, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Russell County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russell County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $986 | $620 | $1,583 |
| Russell County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,122 | $682 | $1,884 |
| Russell County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $922 | $2,055 |
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Cheapest Available Russell County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Russell County, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Northcreek in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood priced from $620. The Landings on Sandfort has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Russell County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northcreek | The Birches | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
| The Landings on Sandfort | 1 Bedroom Cottege | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Clover Leaf Apartment Homes | South 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Post Ridge | Mountain Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| 10 on Broad | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Russell County, AL
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Russell County area is the $0.99 price per square foot Bottom floor unit Model at Windsweep Apartments in the in the Northside neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Russell County apartment is the 3x2 Model at Evangeline Heights Apartments starting at $1,090 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Downtown Columbus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Russell County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsweep Apartments | Bottom floor unit | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Evangeline Heights Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| The District at Phenix City | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| The Gardens on Stadium | The Butterfly | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Brookwood Park | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Knowles Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Summertree Apartment Homes | Newly Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Central Highland Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Post Ridge | Mountain Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Northcreek | The Birches | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Russell County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Russell County?
The cheapest apartment in Russell County is Northcreek which is listed at $620, while the average apartment in Russell County costs $1,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Russell County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Russell County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Russell County?
Cheap apartments in Russell County have an average cost of $302 which is $997 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Russell County.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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